Since 2014, Sheriff Knight directed subordinates to conduct strip/cavity searches on all arrestees, including menstruating women, regardless of their housing status in the detention center. This practice led to a lawsuit alleging violations of constitutional rights. Knight reportedly stated, ‘I can do whatever I want in my jail,’ indicating deliberate indifference to the alleged offensive practices. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/gore-v-dorchester-cnty-sheriffs-office-1?utm_source=openai))
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